Dental Assistant - Entry level

Aspen Dental; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental service organization as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, where you will play a vital role in enhancing patient care and community health. This position offers a supportive environment with comprehensive training, allowing you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant. Enjoy flexible scheduling, paid training, and a generous benefits package, including health coverage and paid time off. You will assist in various treatment procedures, manage infection control, and collaborate with a dedicated team to make a positive impact on patients’ lives. If you are passionate about helping others and eager to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Free Continuing Education

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; radiology and safety certification needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist during treatment procedures and manage infection control.
• Support patient charting and collaborate with the dental team.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Infection Control

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Dental Instruments

Sterilization Equipment

Job description

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, generous benefits package, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives.

Salary: $18 - $22 / hour

Job Type: Full-Time

At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer:

• A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential
• Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available*
• Paid training to become radiology and safety certified through our partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)
• Paid time off and holidays, Health, Vision, and 401(k) savings plan
• Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U

How You’ll Make a Difference

As an Entry-level Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to help you be successful, no matter your level of expertise. We are committed to promoting from within to allow you to expand your career and your life. You can help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Support patient charting for Doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Obtain your radiology and safety certification within the required timeframe for the state of practice
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development